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Supply of Flow Imaging Microscopy System

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, headquartered in Edinburgh, is seeking to procure a flow imaging microscopy system and associated software for the Marine Directorate, with delivery to the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen. This procurement falls under the general public services category and is being conducted through an open procedure. Key dates include the submission deadline on 5 January 2024 and the contract commencement on 30 January 2024. The awarded contract, valued at £81,627, was signed on 4 November 2024 with Planet Ocean Ltd, a supplier based in Camberley, indicating the completion of the procurement process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in providing high-quality microscopy systems for marine research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with robust technical capabilities, proven quality management systems, and a strong track record in similar contracts are well-positioned to compete effectively. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their reputation within governmental procurement channels and expand their market presence within the public sector

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Notice Title

Supply of Flow Imaging Microscopy System

Notice Description

1.1 The Marine Directorate require a flow imaging microscopy system and software for analysis of morphometric measurements and differentiation of zooplanktonic groups.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Marine Directorate require a flow imaging microscopy system and software for analysis of morphometric measurements and differentiation of zooplanktonic groups. The equipment will be used to acquire morphometric measurements from images of zooplanktonic organisms that are collected weekly and processed routinely at 2 Scottish Coastal Observatory (SCObs) monitoring sites. The morphometric measurements will be used in size-based indices for the assessment of pelagic habitats around Scotland. The plankton team is part of the Climate Change Biodiversity and Ecosystems delivery area in Science Evidence Data and Digital Portfolio and zooplankton monitoring is a statutory obligation of the Scottish Government.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000751628
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC519517
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

73112000 - Marine research services

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£81,627 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Ross Cameron
Contact Email
ross.cameron@gov.scot, stuart.riach2@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412420133

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PLANET OCEAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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